Compagnie Artonix: The Colour of Time (2016)
Inspired by the Indian Holi festival, Compagnie Artonik drew together dancers and performers to undertake a street performance and parade, drawing designs on the street before a dramatic and participative finale to all those attending/watching.
I think this image captures the joy of participation from the citizens of Milton Keynes in this free event and is presented at A0 size in the exhibition. I was chatting to someone who said this event was their most memorable family one as their young son couldn’t believe he was allowed to throw powder where and over whatever he wanted!
It doesn’t take too much to realise that to get this sort of shot you have to be ‘involved’. Luckily my gear was well-protected as there’s nothing more a camera loves than large amount of power being thrown at it. I have a picture taken of me that looks a little similar to the one above…